Today I want to highlight why this goat and sheep farm is going to do more than just provide aid to the children at United Hearts. There are several theories out there as to what is the best way to help under developed countries rise out of poverty. Some critics say that by only giving aid to struggling countries, organizations are perpetuating the problems of poverty, making them reliant on foreign aid. Others argue that monetary aid will always be a need of developing countries, and that there isn't necessarily a clearly defined solution to poverty.
What we do know is that investing in children and local communities so that they can create their own opportunities has been a proven method of success. We can donate all the food and money we want, but it will eventually run out and organizations will continue to be reliant on foreign aid. So I want to encourage you to look at this project as an investment. Rather than simply making a donation to these kids, you will be making an investment in United Hearts to raise educated young adults who will be contributing members of their community.
Your one-time investment of just $75, the cost of a female goat in Bawjiase, Ghana, will provide United Hearts with over $1,500 in income over the next 5 years. That is also equivalent to $25/month, which is approximately what it would cost for you to sponsor a child overseas. So what I am saying is that rather than paying $1,500 of your own money over the next 5 years to provide nutrition, education and clothing for 1 child in an under-developed country, invest just $75 today to this project, and give United Hearts the opportunity to properly care for their kids while also improving their own community.
For more information on the benefits of sustainable projects, please visit www.mamahope.org
In the pictures below, you can see how previous volunteer's investments have provided United Hearts with the resources to care for Barbara as she develops into a thriving young lady.
Barbara in the summer of 2009. This was during my first trip and she was pretty timid at this time. She never left her older's sister Raheal's side and she only spoke a few words of English.
Barbara, summer 2011...slowly growing up.
I think this photo was taken in 2012 (photo from United Hearts facebook page). Look at that smile! You can see how much she has developed over the past 3 years.
And finally, Barbara today (photo: United Hearts facebook page, March 2013)
Today, Barbara has grown into a young lady! She is now attending school in town, and speaks English so well you can have a whole conversation with her! She is no longer shy (not in the least!!) and is actually one of the most outgoing children at the Center. She is full of energy and life; constantly singing songs and helping out with cooking, cleaning and caring for the little ones.
Invest in Barbara and help us reach our goal for this sustainable project.
What we do know is that investing in children and local communities so that they can create their own opportunities has been a proven method of success. We can donate all the food and money we want, but it will eventually run out and organizations will continue to be reliant on foreign aid. So I want to encourage you to look at this project as an investment. Rather than simply making a donation to these kids, you will be making an investment in United Hearts to raise educated young adults who will be contributing members of their community.
Your one-time investment of just $75, the cost of a female goat in Bawjiase, Ghana, will provide United Hearts with over $1,500 in income over the next 5 years. That is also equivalent to $25/month, which is approximately what it would cost for you to sponsor a child overseas. So what I am saying is that rather than paying $1,500 of your own money over the next 5 years to provide nutrition, education and clothing for 1 child in an under-developed country, invest just $75 today to this project, and give United Hearts the opportunity to properly care for their kids while also improving their own community.
For more information on the benefits of sustainable projects, please visit www.mamahope.org
In the pictures below, you can see how previous volunteer's investments have provided United Hearts with the resources to care for Barbara as she develops into a thriving young lady.
Today, Barbara has grown into a young lady! She is now attending school in town, and speaks English so well you can have a whole conversation with her! She is no longer shy (not in the least!!) and is actually one of the most outgoing children at the Center. She is full of energy and life; constantly singing songs and helping out with cooking, cleaning and caring for the little ones.
Invest in Barbara and help us reach our goal for this sustainable project.
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